Francesca is a Franco-Italian physician anesthesiologist, with a long-standing passion for research and over 10 years of experience in clinical and translational studies. She worked for 8 years as a physician anesthesiologist in the Neuroscience Department at Montpellier University Hospital, gaining strong expertise in neurological and ENT pathologies. Her academic journey includes research fellowships in Milan and at Columbia University in New York, focusing on neuroinflammation. At Cilcare, she contributes to developing novel biomarkers and optimizing clinical research pipelines, focusing on patient selection for observational and translational studies. Known for her sharp mind and scientific rigor, Francesca brings a unique translational perspective to hearing research.